Dance is an amazing activity for kids of all ages. Research shows that dance connects people, increases happiness, and improves physical health. San Luis Obispo has many excellent dance studios with ballet, tap, jazz, and hip-hop classes for kids, teens, and adults. Check out the options below to see which dance studio suits your location, schedule, and interests.
Dance Studios in San Luis Obipso
Academy of Dance
For over 50 years, the Academy of Dance has taught children of all ages and levels. They offer ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, and contemporary dance lessons. Mommy and me classes are also available for toddlers. The Academy of Dance is also the home of the Civic Ballet dance troupe.
- Where: 3422 Miguelito Court, San Luis Obispo
- Learn more: Academy of Dance website
SLO Movement Arts Center (SLOMAC)
Founded by a Juillard-trained dancer and physical therapist, SLOMAC specializes in ballet and pointe lessons for children and teens. They offer a few jazz classes, too.
- Where: 2074 Parker Street, Suite 100, San Luis Obispo
- Learn more: SLO Movement Arts Center website
CORE Dance SLO
CORE is the largest performing arts group on the Central Coast. In their modern studios, the instructors teach various dance styles to beginners through advanced levels, from age 2 to adults.
- Where: 882 Ricardo Court, San Luis Obispo
- Learn more: CORE Dance website
Ryan’s American Dance
Ryan’s American Dance is best known for fun hip-hop classes, which are offered daily. They also teach ballet, jazz, and tap dance to children and teens of all ages and levels.
- Where:
- Studio 1: 202 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo
- Studio 2: 279 Tank Farm Road, San Luis Obispo
- Learn more: Ryan’s American Dance website
Dance Studios in Grover Beach
Flex Performing Arts
This studio of passionate teachers and dancers was born from the established Coastal Dance and Music Academy. In addition to ballet, jazz, tap, and hip-hop classes, they teach acting and musical theater.
- Where:
- Studio A & B: 1590 West Grand Ave, Grover Beach
- Studio C & D: 1618 West Grand Ave, Grover Beach
- Learn more: Flex Performing Arts website
Dellos Central Coast Studio
For over 50 years, Dellos Central Coast Studio has provided dance lessons to the Five Cities community! Kids of various levels can take jazz, tap, ballet, hip-hop, or contemporary dance lessons.
- Where: 1030 Huston Street Unit C, Grover Beach
- Learn more: Dellos Central Coast Studio website
Studio of Performing Arts (SOPA)
This is another wonderful dance studio in Grover Beach. Kids can choose from dance styles including ballet, tap, jazz, and hip-hop classes. Tumbling, drama, and voice lessons are also available.
- Where: 805 Grand Ave, Grover Beach
- Learn more: Studio of Performing Arts website
Dance Studios in Atascadero
Motions Academy of Dance
This family-owned dance studio serves children and families in North San Luis Obispo County. In addition to tap, jazz, ballet, and hip-hop classes, they also offer musical theater and weight training programs.
- Where: 4100 El Camino Real, Atascadero
- Learn more: Motions Academy of Dance website
